Political Books

Jihad, with its many terrifying associations, is a term widely used today, though its meaning is poorly grasped. Few people understand the circumstances requiring a jihad, or "holy" war, or how Islamic militants justify their violent actions within the framework of the religious tradition of Isl… More...

This book caused a public scandal when it first appeared in Europe because of people's shock that the prominent German author acceppted Islam. After its publication, Hoffman - a former German diplomat, Diretor of Information for NATO, and a Harvard Law graduate - was attacked by the German media. Th… More...

How are the dynamics of the Israel-Palestinian conflict changing today? What are the responsibilities of the United States and Europe, especially in a post 9-11 era? How to define terror? How do misperceptions define current policy and how can we look beyond them to find more viable solutions?… More...